Topic: Big Data topics - Local KC speakers

Topic: NoSQL Data Modeling

Speaker: Steve Hoberman

Steve Hoberman taught his first data modeling class in 1992 and has trained more than 10,000 people since then, spanning every continent except Africa and Antarctica. Steve is known for his entertaining and interactive teaching style (watch out for flying candy!), and organizations around the globe have brought Steve in to teach his Data Modeling Master Class, which is recognized as the most comprehensive data modeling course in the industry. Steve is the author of seven books on data modeling, including the bestseller Data Modeling Made Simple. His latest book, Data Modeling for MongoDB, presents a streamlined approach to data modeling for NoSQL solutions. One of Steve’s frequent data modeling consulting assignments is to review data models using his Data Model Scorecard® technique. He is the founder of the Design Challenges group, Conference Chair of the Data Modeling Zone conference, recipient of the 2012 Data Administration Management Association (DAMA) International Professional Achievement Award, and highest rated presenter at Enterprise Data World 2014.

Topic: Conceptual vs. Logical vs. Physical Modeling

Speaker: Gordon Everest

Semantic Structure Analysis and Dimensional Modeling

Biographical Sketch

Dave Wells is actively involved in information management, business management, and the intersection of the two. He provides strategic guidance and mentoring for BI, Performance Management, and Business Analytics programs - the areas where business effectiveness, efficiency, and agility are driven.

Dave consults with The Data Warehouse Institute (TDWI) to manage curriculum and plan educational events. He teaches at nearly all of the TDWI conferences and works on a contract basis as TDWI’s primary course developer. He is a founding partner and Director of Education at eLearningCurve, where he also works as a course developer and instructor, and as a board member for Certified Data Steward (CDS).

Dave is a continuous learner, currently fascinated with understanding how we think, both individually and organizationally. He studies and practices systems thinking, critical thinking, lateral thinking, and divergent thinking, and is now working to develop deep understanding and appreciation for the art and science of innovation.